100K
Experience some of the most scenic and iconic landmarks of the Western States Trail as you cover up to 13,000’ of elevation gain along the North Fork of the American River. This course begins at China Wall and ends in downtown Auburn.
Race Category
Running Stones
3
Finals Access
Course Description
From China Wall, runners will take Mitchell Mine Rd and drop into Eldorado Canyon then up the Western States Trail to Deadwood where runners will make their way past the Pump to the infamous Swinging Bridge. From Devils Thumb go left on Loop 6 and a second visit to Deadwood Aid Station, jump back on the WST and then the journey towards Auburn! A quick descent to Eldorado Bridge then up to Michigan Bluff to make the way through Volcano Canyon to Foresthill and continuing along Cal Street. Following the Western States Trail, runners will run along the American River, up to Driver’s Flat, to Mammoth Bar and take the Confluence Trail to No Hands Bridge. After crossing No Hands Bridge, it’s the final stretch up to Robie Point where runners follow the route to cross Ann Trason’s White Bridge and finish in historic downtown Auburn! Approximately 13,000 feet of vert, 17,000 feet of descent.
Runners will have 20 hours for the overall cut-off and to get their Western States Qualifier.
*Course maps subject to change.
Mandatory Gear
- Running pack for carrying supplies for the duration of the race. Pack can be a backpack, vest or waist/belt pack. (Running waist/belt pack must fit all Mandatory Gear or risk disqualification).
- Mobile / Cell phone with international roaming that works in the United States of America (smartphone strongly recommended).
- Each runner should save the organization's safety phone numbers.
- Personal collapsible cup (15 cl / 5 oz minimum).
- Minimum water supply of 1 liter.
- 1 working headlamp (torches) with spare cells/batteries for each headlamp. (Recommendation of 200 lumens or more for main headlamp).
- Food reserve. (Recommendation of 800 kcal: 2 gels + 2 power bars each of 65 g).
- Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must have an integrated. hood or one which attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.
- Hat (beanie, cap, bandana, or Buff®).
Recommended Gear
• Survival blanket of 1.40 m x 2 m / 55 inches x 80 inches minimum or survival bag.
• Whistle
• Gloves
• ID Card / Passport
